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Getting your US visa photo wrong can delay your entire application. Our free online editor takes the guesswork out of DS-160 photo compliance — upload your image and instantly see whether it passes every U.S. Department of State requirement. We check the 2×2 inch print size, minimum 600×600px digital resolution, 240KB file size cap, JPEG and sRGB color profile, white background, head-to-frame ratio, eye-height positioning, and common biometric issues like tilt, glasses, or face obstructions. Every result is explained in plain English so you know exactly what to fix. No downloads, no account, no cost — just upload, review, correct, and download a photo that's ready for your DS-160 application.
Your photo must meet every one of these specifications to be accepted.
Stand in front of a plain white wall or backdrop. Use natural lighting — avoid flash. Position your camera at eye level, about 4 feet away.
Remove glasses, hats, and headphones. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and both eyes open.
Upload your photo to our free validator. We'll check every specification including dimensions, file size, biometrics, and background color.
See your detailed compliance report. Each check tells you exactly what passed and what needs to be fixed.
Pay $5.99 to unlock your processed, fully compliant photo — cropped, resized, and optimized for submission.